Kothur (A) - Srinivaspur, Kolar
Kothur (A) is a village situated in the Srinivaspur taluka of Kolar district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Srinivaspur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Kolar. Kurigepalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kothur (A) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kothur (A) is 621392. The village covers a total geographical area of 235.31 hectares and falls under the 563134 pincode. Srinivaspur is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kothur (A) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinivaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kolar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kothur (A)
As per Census 2011, Kothur (A) village has a total population of 465 people, consisting of 240 males and 225 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 243 literate and 222 illiterate residents. Additionally, 249 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kothur (A) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 465 | 240 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 134 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 243 | 152 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 222 | 88 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Kothur (A)
Kothur (A) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pedduru | East | 1.13 km |
| Hosahudya | South | 1.44 km |
| Gudipalli | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Katamguntapalli | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Baddipalli | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Poolaguntapalli | West | 2.52 km |
| Yadaganapalli | South | 2.52 km |
| Vempalli | South-East | 2.98 km |
| Kurigepalli | East | 3.26 km |
| Thorlavaripalli | South | 3.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kothur (A)
Kothur (A) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tummanamgutta, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinivaspur to Kothur (A) is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kolar to Kothur (A) is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kothur (A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kothur (A) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kothur (A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kothur (A) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kothur (A)
Where is Kothur (A) located?
Kothur (A) village is located in Srinivaspur Taluka, Kolar district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kothur (A)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kothur (A) is Kurigepalli.
What is the pincode of Kothur (A)?
The pincode of Kothur (A) is 563134.
What is the population of Kothur (A)?
Kothur (A) has a total population of 465, including 240 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Kothur (A)?
There are 103 households in Kothur (A).
What is the literacy rate in Kothur (A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kothur (A) is 52.26%. Male literacy is 63.33% and female literacy is 40.44%.